Elena Kunn
Perth,WA
Summary
Compassionate veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker with experience in providing support to veterinarians during procedures, maintaining clean and organized work environments, and caring for animals in clinical settings. Skilled in handling a variety of animals safely and effectively, administering medications as directed, and assisting with laboratory tests. Known for improving animal care protocols and contributing positively to team dynamics.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Large Animal Technician
Revino Farming OÜ
Savala, Estonia
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Assisted with the administration of medications to large animals.
- Conducted laboratory tests such as fecal egg counts, blood work, and urinalysis.
- Observed animals for signs of illness or injury and reported findings to attending veterinarian.
- Cared for newborn calves, including administering medications and vaccinations as needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of hospital areas through cleaning stalls, scrubbing instruments, disinfecting surfaces.
- Restrained animals safely while performing physical exams or treatments.
- Assisted in emergency situations such as birthing difficulties or trauma cases.
Veterinary Assistant
PetCity Animal Clinic
Tallinn, Estonia
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted veterinarians in providing medical care and treatment to animals.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Administered vaccinations, medication, and other treatments prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Observed animals' behavior to detect signs of pain or distress.
- Performed routine laboratory tests such as fecal analysis, urinalysis and blood work.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
- Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
- Partnered with IDEXX to analyze blood samples.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Clipped animals' claws and polished teeth to maintain hygiene.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Restocked supplies in exam rooms or treatment areas.
- Ensured all equipment was properly sterilized between uses.
- Cleaned and maintained exam rooms, kennels, cages, runs and yards.
Education
Level 4 Vet Assistant - Veterinarian Assisting
Järvamaa Vocational Education Centre
Paide, Estonia01-2023
High School Diploma -
Kiviõli First Secondary School
Kiviõli, Estonia01-2020
Skills
- Injection Administration
- Surgical Assistance
- Urgent Care
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Post Operative Care
- Breed and species knowledge
- Acute and chronic treatment
- Proper Animal Restraint
- Veterinary Terminology
- Preventive Care
- Procedure Support
- Cleaning and sanitizing
Affiliations
- Hiking
- Travelling
- Dog walking
- Reading
Languages
Estonian
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Large Animal Technician
Revino Farming OÜ
06.2022 - 04.2023
Veterinary Assistant
PetCity Animal Clinic
03.2022 - 06.2022
Level 4 Vet Assistant - Veterinarian Assisting
Järvamaa Vocational Education Centre
High School Diploma -
Kiviõli First Secondary School